Learning Resources Three Bear Family Pattern Cards, Homeschool, Early Math Skill Learning, Bears Not Included, Ages 3+

My 4 year old really enjoyed playing with the bear counters, and the cards, and figuring out which bears come next in the sequence. The only problem, small that it is, is that I purchased the scales (with the 102 baby bears,) not paying enough attention that these cards have sequences that use the entire "3 Bear Family..." Of course, the baby bears are all the same size, so I made my way back to Amazon's website and purchased the 96(?)-3 Bear Family counters (with the inclusion of Mommy Bear and Daddy Bear...) I was disappointed at first to realize that we couldn't do all of the cards when they arrived, but I am really happy that they do include size differences on the cards. It adds another level for them to grow into. This really encourages her to think, and introduces patterns and sequences in a really nice, fun way. She loves them, and I love that we both get to work together with them.

I was initially hesitant to buy this product because of the price but the puzzles are geared to make kids think. The ability to grasp and predict patterns is an important skill in today's world and this was a great way to introduce it to my 3 year old. She loves it. It is neither too tough nor too easy. With a little nudge and focus, it can be a very satisfying activity for a toddler.

This is a great center activity for a classroom or home setting. Kids learn patterns, sorting small and big bears as well as color recognition. Cards are laminated so they will last! You just need to buy cheap bears (small and large) online or educational store!

Theses are well made and my toddler loves matching her bears to them. These have definitely helped with learning different types of patterns.

I purchased this for my daughter who experiences Autism. I love that they teach her sorting, patternings and visual discrimination skills. It also works on color recognition, distinguishing between sizes and etc.It is VERY IMPORTANT to purchase the bear counters that actually go with this product. Other brands DO NOT WORK. I know this as I originally purchased a set of bear counters that came with colored cups and not the actual same brand. I ended up placing another order and purchasing the ones intended for this product.The reason for this is that the bears intended for these cards come in three different sizes (Papa, Mama and baby). Other brands only have one size, so while you could adapt them for use with the cards, you will not get the full use/value out of the cards and it may confuse your child.If you want to add an additional therapy use for these, purchase large Child size "Tweezers" and have them use those to place the bears on the cards (this works fine motor muscles).I would also recommend laminating the cards as if your child uses them often they will easily bend or tear.(note: I also purchased the Bear Bingo set - I love that there are other things you can do with the bears)

Love any Learning Resources products I’ve received and these are no exception to that. Great quality and such a helpful teaching tool!

We love our counting bears and these pattern cards are a fantastic addition.Outstanding toy to help kiddos on many levels: sorting, learning colors, counting, understanding patterns, visual discrimination, and basic bath concepts. These pattern cards will take the counting bears to the next level.Fantastic educational toy. The cards themselves are well-made, of a good size, and sturdy cardstock. Laminating them would be a good idea!

We love these cards They are great for color matching, size matching, sequencing, and many other basic skills.Do make sure that you purchase the bears that are intended to be used with these as this is important in order to match them up correctly according to color and size.There are small medium and large bears on the cards and you will need small medium and large bears.